French Text Message Abbreviations: Essential Guide Part 1

Why Text Abbreviations Matter

French text abbreviations (SMS language or "langage SMS") help communicate quickly in informal digital conversations. These shortcuts are essential for modern French communication.

Number-Based Shortcuts

1. "A2M1" = "à demain" (see you tomorrow)

• 2 replaces "de" sound
• 1 replaces "ain" sound

2. "7" = "cette" (this)

• Seven in French is "sept," sounds like "cette"

Letter-Based Abbreviations

Single Letters

1. "C" = "c'est" (it is) Example: "C cool" (It's cool)

• Uses sound similarity

2. "T" = "t'es" (you are) Example: "T où?" (Where are you?)

• Based on pronunciation

Common Combinations

1. "MDR" = "mort de rire" (dying of laughter/LOL) Example: "MDR t'es trop drôle" (LOL you're so funny)

2. "stp" = "s'il te plaît" (please - informal) Example: "Aide-moi stp" (Help me please)

Vowel Removal

1. "Bjr" = "bonjour" (hello)

• Removes vowels while keeping meaning clear

2. "Cc" = "coucou" (hey)

• Informal greeting reduced to essentials

Common Expressions

1. "jsp" = "je ne sais pas" (I don't know) Example: "Jsp quand il arrive" (Idk when he's arriving)

2. "tkt" = "t'inquiète" (don't worry) Example: "tkt je m'en occupe" (don't worry, I'll take care of it)

Tips for Usage

• Use only in casual conversations
• Avoid in professional communication
• Combine with emojis for clarity
• Learn context-appropriate usage